Update for June 2, 2020
A brief distraction for us occurred over the weekend. The NYS Department of Health, DOH, arrived late morning on Saturday to conduct an Infection Control Survey in our nursing home.…
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“New Normal” Committee Meets for First Time
As NYS continues to move into the next phase of reopening, Kendal at Ithaca held the inaugural meeting of its “KAI New Normal” committee. The goal of the committee is…
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Update for May 27, 2020
After a long week before the holiday weekend, this short week is nearly half over. Last week, the challenge was to respond to the Executive Order requiring all staff of…
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Update for May 15, 2020
Today begins the phased re-opening of New York State. Kendal at Ithaca, however, will continue its vigilance in infection prevention, social distancing, not allowing large group gatherings, and the requirements…
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Update for May 11, 2020
Last week’s ‘Spirit Day’ theme was the bright colors of the rainbow. But it was highlighted by the presentation of the “Employee Appreciation Fund” check to Laurie Mante, Executive Director,…
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Update for May 6, 2020
Wow ! In two days, 522 members of the Kendal at Ithaca community – residents, staff, contract employees and other affiliates were tested for COVID-19 and for their antibody titer.…
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Update for May 1, 2020 Wow – yes, indeed, it is May ! It’s been a busy week here at Kendal at Ithaca. We followed last week’s recognition of staff…
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Kendal at Ithaca Update for April 21-22
This week, Kendal at Ithaca is celebrating the staff with an observance of “Heroes”. The Board of Trustees has authorized a “Hero bonus” for all staff members who worked during…
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Kendal at Ithaca Update for April 17, 2020
A while back, we asked residents to share any written compositions that they were inspired to create during this time when perspective and equilibrium are out of normal balance. Here’s…
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